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Volume XXVII, Issue 8 • Summer 2018
NEWS, NOTES OHIO SCHOOLS COUNCIL
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OSC Expands School Safety program with launch of School Security Assessment
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Save the Date: OSC Fall Regional Meetings
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OSC Announces 2018-19 Lunch & Learn Series Schedule
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Join us as we work to “Feed our future”
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GCSSA Year-End Luncheon on June 12
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GCSSA New Superintendents Luncheon on September 6
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GPD Group offers OSC Members expert assistance with Architect/Engineer Services!
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GREATER CLEVELAND SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENTS’ ASSOCIATION
OSC PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT: OSC EXPANDS SCHOOL SAFETY PROGRAM WITH LAUNCH O HOF IO SCHOOLS SCHOOL SECURITY ASSESSMENT VEN& FOOD SHOW
Call us for a School Security Audit and we’ll analyze your building security and offer your district a comprehensive and detailed report.
Expanding on the successful School Emergency Plan Services program launched last August, the OSC is excited to expand the program to include School Security Assessments. The new assessments will examine your district’s approaches in addressing prevention, mitigation and recovery of potential hazards. Along with identifying security gaps, the assessment will also provide an improved emergency operations plan. The assessment process will be designed in collaboration with school administrators. WE’RE HERE TO HELP MAKE YOUR SCHOOLS SAFER
JCPenney is live in the OSC eBuy Marketplace!
Check out the AEPA brochure included with this mailing for info on competitive contracts available to your district!
• Expert assistance with state compliance • Building Security Assessments • Examination of all pertinent documents • Interviews with front desk staff • Networking with other districts and first responders • Active Shooter Training • Pre-evaluation of emergency plan documents • Hands-on assistance in complying with the new requirements • Special instruction for uploading required data into SAFE • Workshops on relevant emergency plan topics • Assistance in complying with new floor/site plan requirements • 24/7 telephone and email service
Call us at 216-447-3100 for a School Security Audit and we’ll analyze your building security and offer your district a comprehensive and detailed report.
OSC/GCSSA | 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., Suite 377 | Independence, Ohio 44131 216.447.3100
www.osconline.org
www.gcssaohio.org
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NEWS & EVENTS SAVE THE DATE: OSC FALL REGIONAL MEETINGS
Now’s the time to attend! Non-members who attend a Regional Meeting and join OSC can take advantage of waived OSC Membership Dues for your first year!
Learn about programs and services that can save your district thousands during the upcoming Ohio Schools Council Regional Road Tour. A delicious lunch will be provided and there is no cost to attend. We’re making THREE stops in beautiful venues across the state! Please register at www.osconline.org by Friday, August 31. We look forward to seeing you! OSC Regional Road Tour: East Wednesday, September 12; 11:30 AM Springfield Grille (7413 Tiffany S, Youngstown, OH 44514) OSC Regional Road Tour: West Wednesday, September 19; 11:30 AM Findlay Country Club (1500 Country Club Dr, Findlay, OH 45840) OSC Regional Road Tour: Central Wednesday, October 3; 11:30 AM Acacia Reservation (26899 Cedar Rd, Lyndhurst, OH) Special Thanks to our event Sponsor!
OSC ANNOUNCES 2018-19 LUNCH & LEARN SERIES SCHEDULE
Register now for an upcoming OSC Lunch & Learn session and discover ways to save your district thousands in a variety of areas. Our Lunch & Learns put you in touch with our OSC Preferred Partners, many of which offer discounted products and services to our member districts. Lunch is free! All events are held a the ESC of Northeast Ohio (6393 Oak Tree Blvd., Independence). We hope to see you there! Agenda info and refined topics coming soon, but here’s what we have in store so far! School Safety & Security Wednesday, Aug.15, 2018; 9am-noon OSC Food Service Programs Wednesday, Oct.17, 2018; 9am-noon OSC Building, Roofing and Disaster Recovery Services Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019; 9am-noon Fraud Detection and Cyber Liability Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019; 9am-noon OSC Managed Care and Insurance Coverage Options Wednesday, March 20, 2019; 9am-noon OSC Transportation and Fleet Management Wednesday, April 10, 2019; 9am-noon
More details and registration info available at www.osconline.org.
NEW MEMBER BENEFITS GCSSA UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS Year-End Luncheon/ Legislative Update from BASA
Tuesday, June 12th; 11:30 am @ Embassy Suites 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd N, Independence
GPD GROUP OFFERS OSC MEMBERS EXPERT ASSISTANCE WITH ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES! OSC solicited an RFP and selected GPD to satisfy all your architectural needs! Districts seeking Architectural and Engineering services can contract with GPD directly for services under the terms of the newly negotiated OSC/GPD contract. Services include assessing current facilities, master planning, programming, development of conceptual plans, specifications and design criteria, technology, sound and lighting, landscape design and full discipline engineering services, and more! Contact Rodwell King at GPD via rking@gpdgroup.com or 330-572-2291 or Larry Tomec, OSC Director of Business Services via ltomec@osconline.org for questions and assistance!
New Superintendents Luncheon
Thursday, September 6th; 11:30 am @ Eddie’s Creekside-Brecksville 8803 Brecksville Road Brecksville, Ohio
JCPenney IS LIVE IN THE OSC EBUY MARKETPLACE!
JCPenney Commercial Sales has partnered with Ohio Schools Council to provide competitive pricing on Appliances, Blinds & Shades, Hardware, MRO Construction Materials, Plumbing, Textiles, Breakroom Products and Kitchen & Bath Cabinets! In addition to those categories, look at JCPenney for your School Uniform Program (Shirts, Pants, Shoes), Branded Apparel (Embroidery Available) and Winter Wear program for Children. JCPenney has 875 locations across the US and has the top suppliers in the industry.
More details and registration info available at www.gcssaohio.org.
For questions, concerns and PO account set up, please contact: National Account Manager, Rochelle Komlosi 469-858-1595 rkomlosi@jcp.com
OSC/GCSSA 6393 Oak Tree Blvd., Suite 377 Independence, Ohio 44131
www.osconline.org @OSC_ohio
www.gcssaohio.org @GCSSAohio